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A.
Review the length of time in service of the wiring,
devices, and equipment prior to considering reuse.
B.
The equipment should be capable of remaining in use
for a minimum of 15 years of additional life.
C. Where equipment has been in operation for a number
years, the designer shall physically inspect the
terminals, insulation, switching contacts, control
wiring, etc.
D. Replace any equipment found to be outdated, obsolete
or not having 15 years of additional life,.
13.6
Parts Availability:
A.
After the designer's site surveys, determine the
availability of spare parts for existing equipment.
B.
Where the project involves extending an existing
system and the existing equipment spare parts are not
available, the designer should inform the Project
Manager in writing. Specific directions will be given at
that time.
13.7
Conduit and Boxes:
A.
Remove conduit and boxes in existing walls to be
demolished.
B.
Abandon conduit and boxes in existing walls to remain
in place (if not reused) and provide the box with a blank
cover.
C. Remove conduit in existing or new ceilings that is not
intended for reuse back to the panel from which it
originates.
D. Saw cut off conduits that had been run in the existing
concrete slab as it enters the slab and seal it to
prevent moisture access.
13.8
Conductors:
A.
Replace conductors with deteriorated or damaged
insulation. The designer may wish to have the
conductors meggered to assure insulation integrity.
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